Storage, Lens Cleaning, Batteries | IDEAL INDUSTRIES 61-685 specs

Selecting a Function

Each time the mode key is pressed, the thermometer advances through the function cycle.

Emissivity setting display (default is 0.95).

Emissivity adjustment - use the up and down keys to adjust emissivity to the desired value. Press the mode key to confirm the setting.

Maximum temperature reading is displayed.

Minimum temperature reading is displayed.

Difference between the maximum and minimum reading is displayed.

Average temperature is displayed.

High and low alarm setting - use the up and down keys to adjust the desired values. Press the trigger key to confirm the setting. When readings exceed the alarm values, the icon will flash and an audible beep will activate.

Connect the optional k-type thermocouple

to the thermocouple socket. The thermometer will display the probe temperature auto- matically. View the maximum and minimum probe measurements by pressing either the up or down keys.

Lock Mode

While in the E, MAX, MIN, dIF OR AVG functions, press the up key to turn on or off the lock mode. While in lock mode, the device will monitor temperatures for up to 60 minutes.

Changing to °F or °C

Press the down key to change the setting.

Backlit Function

While depressing the trigger key first, press the up key to turn the backlit on or off.

Laser Function

While depressing the trigger key first, press the down key to turn activate or de-activate the laser.

Automatic Power Off

The thermometer will automatically shut off if left idle for more than 60 seconds unless it is in the PRB mode. If in the PRB mode, the unit will automatically shut off if left idle for more than 12 minutes.

STORAGE

The thermometer should be stored at room temperature between - 4 to 149°F (- 20 to 65°C).

LENS CLEANING

The lens should be kept clean at all times. Care should be taken when cleaning the lens using only a soft cloth or cotton swab with water. Allow the lens to fully dry before using the thermometer.

Note: DO NOT submerge the unit in water.

LCD ERROR MESSAGES

The thermometer incorporates visual diagnostic messages as follows: ‘Hi’ or ’Lo’ is displayed when the temperature being measured is outside of the settings of HAL and LAL. ‘Er2’ is displayed when the thermometer is exposed to rapid changes in the ambient temperature. ‘Er3’ is displayed when the ambi- ent temperature exceeds 32°F (0°C) or 122°F (+50°C). The thermometer should be allowed to stabilize to the working/ room temperature (minimum 30 minutes). Error 5~9, for all other error messages it is necessary to reset the thermometer. To reset it, turn the instrument off, remove the battery and wait for a minimum of one minute, reinsert the battery and turn on. If the error message remains please contact the Service Department for further assistance.

BATTERIES

The thermometer incorporates visual low battery warning as follows:

Batteries OK	Batteries Low	Batteries Dead
measurements	battery needs to be	measurements are
are possible	replaced, measurements	not possible
	are still possible

When the ‘Low Battery’ icon indicates the batteries are low, the batteries should be replaced immediately with two AAA,

1.5V batteries. Please note: It is important to turn the instrument

off before replacing the batteries otherwise the thermometer may malfunction.

61-685 specifications

IDEAL INDUSTRIES 61-685 is a versatile and efficient tool designed for professionals who require precision and reliability in their work. This multi-functional device is particularly favored in the electrical and telecommunications sectors, where maintaining high-performance standards is essential.

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